Skip to Main Content

NYC School Librarian Guidebook: Infrastructure

Resources to examine our inherent bias, promote personal awareness, and help us build collections for our students that reflect themselves and the world around them.

Infrastructure

Elements of Effective School Library Design

  • Adequate and flexible space for simultaneous activities (whole group, small groups, individuals)
  • Library arranged for effective use with designated areas for specific activities (storytelling, research, technology use, etc.)
  • Location of library in school allows equitable access and fosters collaboration between librarian and teacher.
  • School library design adheres to Universal Design principles and ADA standards.
NYCPS is committed to creating and supporting learning environments that reflect the diversity of New York City. To ensure that our website serves the needs of everyone, it follows the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0, Level AA. That means the sites work for people with disabilities, including those who are blind and partially sighted. We are committed to creating accessible digital experiences for all website visitors. If you require assistance with any documents on our site, please email libraries@schools.nyc.gov